Prime Minister Stephen Harper chose the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama'at headquarters in Maple today to announce the creation of the Canadian Office of Religious Freedom and appoint its first ambassador, public servant Dr. Andrew Bennett Paying tribute to his hosts, Mr. Harper said he is grateful for that community's generous hospitality.

"Even more, I'm grateful for the outstanding example you set. This community has faced terrible persecution and cruelty. In spite of that, you make an inspiring contribution to our values. You strengthen Canada's commitment to diversity and pluralism, reminding your fellow Canadians that freedom must never be taken for granted"In Pakistan, Ahmadiyya Muslims, Shia Muslims, Christians, Sikhs and Hindus face persecution and violencehttp://www.yorkregion.com/news-story/...